2012 Suzuki Alto vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Alto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 708 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Alto. 2009 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Alto has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Alto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Suzuki Alto | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Citroen |
| Model | Alto | C5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
